Insulation

Product Description
An energy-efficient glass fiber product that ensures thermal and sound control.

Uses/Applications
Fiber glass serves a number of useful purposes, but the most important application of wool-type fiber glass is as insulation used primarily to control temperature and sound in homes, commercial buildings and industrial operations. Wool-type fibers are also used to manufacture a variety of sound-control products and insulation for air ducts, pipes, roofs, walls, floors, automobiles, mobile homes, aircraft, refrigerators, domestic cooking appliances, as well as other appliances and equipment. Available loose fill, batt and roll formats

Specifications
There are two types of fiber glass insulation: fiber glass loose-fill (blown in) insulation, and fiber glass blanket insulation. Fiber glass loose-fill insulation is available in bags. Fiber glass blanket insulation comes in batts and rolls in various densities, widths and lengths to fit the building and insulation application.

Complementary/Accessory Products
CEMEX USA sells drywall accessories including bead, tape, joint compounds, fasteners and spray textures. We stay up with ever-changing trends by carrying new and innovative materials.

Product Technical Information
Thermal Performance - Installed R-value When insulating a home, it is important to get the R-value specified by the local energy code or the Department of Energy recommendations. It's also important that the product provide long-lasting thermal performance. For more information on insulation recommendations for a specific area, contact the local building department or the local gas or electric utility for their recommendation.
While R-value "per inch" is promoted by some manufacturers, the overall R-value installed is what counts. Our fiber glass insulation products come in R-values ranging from R-11 to R-38 for fiber glass batts and rolls. Fiber glass insulation can be blown in an attic to nearly any R-value. More R-value alternatives provide greater flexibility in meeting code energy requirements in your area.

Product Benefits (Economic, Environmental and Social)
Fiber glass insulation is a cost-effective, energy-saving product that saves money for individuals and businesses through lower utility bills while increasing the comfort levels for all building occupants.
While the energy savings from fiber glass insulation are significant, so are the environmental benefits. By making buildings more energy efficient, fiber glass insulation helps reduce the amount of fossil fuel combustion needed to heat and cool homes, businesses, and factories. That, in turn, decreases the amount of carbon dioxide emitted into the atmosphere. Because carbon dioxide is one of the principal "greenhouse gases" contributing to global warming, insulation plays a significant role in protecting the environment.

Additional Information
Additional information including:

• CSI Specification Sheets
• Green Building Material Reports
• MSDS Data Sheets
• Specification Sheets
• Uses & Applications
• Warranty Sheets

Product Description
The physical and chemical properties of mineral wool insulation, also known as rock and slag wool, are major factors in their utility. Because the fibers are non-combustible and have melting temperatures in excess of 1800-2000º F, they are used to prevent the spread of fire. As a primary constituent of ceiling tile and sprayed fire proofing, rock and slag wool products supply fire protection, as well as sound control and attenuation.
The excellent thermal resistance of these wools is a major factor in their use as residential and commercial insulation, pipe and process insulation, insulation for ships, mobile homes, domestic cooking appliances, and a wide variety of other applications. In addition, the use of rock and slag wool as a horticultural growing medium has increased in recent years.

Uses/Applications
Sound attenuation fire blankets used for high sound control and fire retardance.

Complementary/Accessory Products
CEMEX USA sells drywall accessories including bead, tape, joint compounds, fasteners and spray textures. We stay up with ever-changing trends by carrying new and innovative materials.

Occupational Health Information
As with any product capable of producing airborne dust, concerns regarding the health and safety effects of rock and slag wool are understandable. However, few materials have been studied as extensively as mineral wool. The weight of scientific research confirms that these materials are safe to manufacture, install and use when manufacturers' recommended work practices are followed.

Product Benefits
Rock and slag wool insulation products play a significant energy-savings role by reducing energy use in homes, office buildings, businesses and manufacturing plants. Insulating to proper economically efficient levels helps our homes and businesses use substantially less energy.

Additional Information
Additional information including:

• CSI Specification Sheets
• Green Building Material Reports
• MSDS Data Sheets
• Specification Sheets
• Uses & Applications
• Warranty Sheets

Product Description
Reflective Insulation is easy to install and provides superior protection against radiant heat transfer. Reflective Insulation can help builders reduce costs and meet Energy Codes and homeowners save energy, reduce operating costs, and live in greater comfort. Please refer to our Products section, below, for the specific products available for different applications.

Reflective Insulation Products

• Concrete
• Masonry Walls
• Metal Buildings
• Multipurpose

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• CSI Specification Sheets
• Green Building Material Reports
• MSDS Data Sheets
• Specification Sheets
• Uses & Applications
• Warranty Sheets
• etc.

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Product Description
Boards of insulation composed of various types of plastics. Polyisocianuate and extruded polystyrene used in both commercial and residential construction for value and vapor control.

Uses/Applications
Rigid foam insulation can be installed on the interior or exterior of a wall.
Interior applications include roofs, curtain walls, foundations, entry and overhead garage doors, pipes and tanks as well as climate-controlled storage units. It can also serve as an air and vapor barrier on an inside surface of a basement or crawl space wall, beneath a basement slab, or slab-on-grade floor.
Exterior applications include inside or outside foundations, crawlspaces, and slab-on-grade foundation walls. Sometimes foam insulation is installed horizontally beneath the foundation. Foam insulation sprayed or placed in wall and floor cavities both insulates and soundproofs. If used on an inside wall it must be covered by a fire-resistant material like wallboard.

Complementary/Accessory Products
CEMEX USA sells drywall accessories including bead, tape, joint compounds, fasteners and spray textures. We stay up with ever-changing trends by carrying new and innovative materials.

Occupational Health Information
Most foam used in interior building construction requires an adequate fire barrier. Half-inch (1.27 cm) gypsum wallboard is one of the most common fire barriers. Foam boards and wall board may also be treated with a fire retardant.

Product Benefits

• Energy efficient
• Rigid foam is a preferred material when working in small spaces
• Rigid insulation offers the highest R-value per inch of thickness
• Rigid foam insulation is easy to use and can be applied directly to the framing as rigid sheets
• When the joints between panels are properly sealed, rigid foam insulation can act as both an air and vapor barrier

Additional Information
Additional information including:

• CSI Specification Sheets
• Green Building Material Reports
• MSDS Data Sheets
• Specification Sheets
• Uses & Applications
• Warranty Sheets

Product Description
Safing Insulation is made of inorganic fibers derived from basalt, a volcanic rock, with a thermosetting resin binder.

Uses/Applications
Fire safing insulation is used for fire stop systems in commercial construction. Fire safing insulation is used for fire stop systems in commercial construction and is manufactured in a standard 4" (102 mm) thickness and is available plain or faced with an FSP (Foil-Scrim-Polyethylene) vapor retarder on one face. Custom sizes are available on special order.

Complementary/Accessory Products
CEMEX USA sells drywall accessories including bead, tape, joint compounds, fasteners and spray textures. We stay up with ever-changing trends by carrying new and innovative materials.

Occupational Health Information
Wear goggles or safety glasses with side shields while handling or installing. A loose-fitting, long-sleeve shirt and long pants are recommended to provide skin protection. Cover shirt cuffs with glove wrist bands. Wear a hat or cap to keep dust particles out of the hair and away from the scalp.

Product Benefits

• Safing insulation is inorganic and will not mildew or support corrosion
• Safing Insulation has a melting point in excess of 2000F (1093C) and the unfaced insulation is noncombustible

Safing Insulation is easily cut with a utility knife for convenient job site fabrication. It is easy to compress to fit tightly between the curtain wall insulation and the floor slab.

Product Description
Sound Blanket Insulation is a soft, thermally bonded, polyester blanket having excellent acoustic transmission control properties, available in a range of densities and thicknesses, designed for use in STC-rated applications.

Uses/Applications
Sound blankets provide acoustical performance for walls, theatres, studios and performing arts centers
Sound Blanket Insulation is designed to meet most domestic and commercial applications in walls, ceilings and partitions and where sound absorption or reduction in noise transference is required. Sound Blanket Insulation is available in roll form to suit standard stud spacing. Non-standard widths are available upon request.

Complementary/Accessory Products
CEMEX USA sells drywall accessories including bead, tape, joint compounds, fasteners and spray textures. We stay up with ever-changing trends by carrying new and innovative materials.

Occupational Health Information
Lightweight insulation material is soft to the touch and safe to use when you follow the manufactures recommendations and guidelines.

Product Benefits

• Sound Blanket Insulation virtually eliminates cavity resonances
• Sound Blanket Insulation increases transmission loss at all frequencies
• Sound Blanket is a cost effective insulation

Additional Information
Additional information including:

• CSI Specification Sheets
• Green Building Material Reports
• MSDS Data Sheets
• Specification Sheets
• Uses & Applications
• Warranty Sheets